जो I am a big fan of Music of Coldplay, so they are a British band consisting of 5 members and they mostly play pop music and the band has a huge fan following all over the world, Their songs are mostly pop music and the themes of the song vary to quite a large extent, they include sad, romantic, energetic and adventurous songs and it is a wholesome experience for any age group to listen to their songs. As a band, I have been listening to them since I was a kid in school, probably around 13-14 years and my friend introduced me to them. From that day onwards, I have become a huge fan and I constantly follow their updates and their music as well as their daily lives. Recently they performed their concert in India and I purchased the tickets to go to the concert in Ahmedabad. The whole show was quite surreal because I was very excited to finally see my favourite band after all these years of following them and truth to be told I was very amazed to see the concert. It was at such a large scale, I was so surprised to see such a large amount of people have come there to watch their concert and actually it made the news and it became a national sensation as well. The whole concert was amazing and it made me appreciate the band even more and the whole experience was quite surreal for me and I loved it.

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Like would be an understatement to describe how I feel about Sia's music. Sia's music speaks to my soul. It lights up my very being. And I hear it on repeat and repeat for nearly every single day of the year. What I love about Sia's music is that it's very soul enriching. It really captivates one's mind and feelings. She also brings in many different types of lyrics, musicality and singing types to blend together powerful, melancholic, soprano music that really speaks to people who are going through difficulties in life. I was first introduced to Sia through a school friend and we would listen to her in my backyard while swinging. We would try to sing it, mimic how she sang and scream at the top of our lungs to her music.

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Cue 1:Who the singer is

Introduce the singer by name and provide a brief background about them.
Mention any notable achievements or characteristics that make them stand out.

Example

The singer I admire the most is Arijit Singh. He is a renowned playback singer in India, known for his soulful voice and emotional performances. He has won numerous awards, including Filmfare Awards, and has a massive fan following across the country.

Cue 2:What kind of songs/music they sing

Describe the genre of music the singer is known for, such as pop, classical, or folk.
Mention specific songs or albums that highlight their style.

Example

Arijit primarily sings romantic ballads and soulful tracks. His songs often feature in Bollywood movies, and some of my favorites include 'Tum Hi Ho' from Aashiqui 2 and 'Raabta' from Agent Vinod. His ability to convey deep emotions through his music is truly remarkable.

Cue 3:When/how you discovered them

Share a personal story about when you first heard their music.
Explain the context or situation that led you to discover this singer.

Example

I first discovered Arijit Singh's music during my college days in 2013 when I watched the movie Aashiqui 2. The song 'Tum Hi Ho' was playing everywhere, and I was captivated by its melody and lyrics. It was a turning point for me, as I started exploring more of his songs after that.

Cue 4:And explain why you like their music

Discuss the emotional impact their music has on you.
Mention any specific qualities of their voice or lyrics that resonate with you.

Example

I love Arijit's music because it resonates with my emotions. His voice has a unique quality that can make you feel joy, sadness, and nostalgia all at once. The lyrics of his songs often tell beautiful stories of love and longing, which I find relatable and comforting.

Conclusion

Example

In conclusion, Arijit Singh is not just a talented singer but an artist who has touched the hearts of many through his music. His ability to connect with listeners on an emotional level is what makes him my favorite singer.

Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

Tips to answer this Cue Card

1: Avoid Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. It's important to provide specific details about the singer and their music to capture the listener's interest.

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Include specific examples of songs or lyrics that resonate with you to make your response more vivid and memorable.

2: Don't Rush Your Answer

Rushing through your answer can lead to unclear explanations and missed points. Take your time to think about each cue and provide a well-structured response.

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Practice speaking slowly and clearly, pausing between points to ensure you cover all aspects of the cue card.

Neglecting Personal Connection

Failing to explain why you like the singer's music can make your answer feel incomplete. Personal connections add depth and authenticity to your response.

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Share personal stories or experiences related to the singer's music to illustrate your connection and enhance your answer.

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Anonymous student Band 7.5

Pitampura Test Centre, New Delhi

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I like to taste different types of cuisine. Here I would like to talk about my favorite dish at my traditional festival of Onam which is Sadya. Sadya is popular in my city. We are experimenting these cuisines on Onam festival day. Onam is a famous festival in my city. All family members get together in my home and we make a delicious Sadya. There are many ingredients includes that Sadya. Moreover, we make a big feast that day as well as we create a lot of memories together and we wear that day the traditional dress called Sari and men wear the Dhotis. That festival is really important to us because the whole day we are conducting different kinds of games at our homes and all the family members came together. It's a memorable day in my life. This is the festival. We are making the Sambar and Aviyal. These all the kinds of foods are making with the vegetables.

Talk about a toy you liked in your childhood

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Anonymous student Band 8

Sector 34 Test Centre, Chandigarh

Answer

The toy which I liked in my childhood was a panda doll, which makes me pleasant and makes me more blush. The pandas are the most beautiful creatures of the world, which looks gigantic and has pooshy cheeks and they are like stars in the clouds and they dream in me. Furthermore, these have been given by my father. My father is a very very beautiful artistic person, who makes me think of that. Every day you will face every difficulties and make you suffer and move forward. Pandas are always seen in Japanese countries. It is my lifelong dream to visit a Japanese country and click a photo with the original pandas, which makes sounds better.

Describe a time you were in a place where you didn't know the local language

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Anonymous student Band 6.5

Whitefield Test Center, Bengaluru

Answer

As India is a very large country full of diversity, so there are many places which have their own language and speak their native language. The place which I visited and I didn't know about their language was Leladakh, which is about 300 km away from my hometown and it is a very good place as it consists of different kind of trees, animals and have many scenic views and I visited over there last year in summers as it was the best time to visit because it has many, it was cold over there and we had summers in our area so it was the best time to visit over there and I went over there with my whole family.

Describe a time when your friend damaged something you owned

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Anonymous student Band 7

Begumpet Test Centre, Hyderabad

Answer

When I was a kid, I had a little pencil box which had these four buttons which gave the pencil box an operative use. When you press the button, the box would open up. When you press the second button, a little part of it would slide out. Basically it was just a little electronical and a fun thing to have and I owned it when I was in 6th. One day after break, I was standing and talking there with one of my friends and another friend of mine was running through the hallway and accidentally she pushed my shoulder and my pencil box hit the ground and it broke into multiple pieces to the point that it was not functional anymore.

Describe a book you recently read

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Anonymous student Band 7.5

CBD Belapur Test Centre, Navi Mumbai

Answer

It Ends With Us is a book I read recently. It's by the author Colleen Hoare. It's mainly a story about two teenagers, Atlas and Lily, and how they just handle their life going through high school, adolescence, and just domestic violence at home. Both of them come from very, very different families. However, they have one common determining factor between them, which is domestic violence. The abuse that they've seen their moms go through is just insane, and they connect through that on a different level. They're actually in the same high school, but they never speak to each other until Atlas actually crashes into an empty house next to Lily's villa. When Atlas is homeless and he doesn't have anywhere to go, he just comes and breaks into the house next to Lily's, and Lily helps him with all the daily necessities like clothes and food, medicines and stuff. Furthermore, their friendship blossoms into love, but it doesn't really fructify as Atlas has to leave. This book really gave me a lot of knowledge about domestic abuse and how to deal with it.